1959 Berkeley B vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3000 mm |
